Carolina Swing Boom Cutter, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...this manual before unpacking or using this implement for the first time This manual provides you with the necessary instructions to safely install and use your purchase Do not let other people use this attachment without first being instructed how to safely use it TO THE OWNER OPERATOR OF THIS IMPLEMENT For safe operation read these rules and instructions carefully to avoid accidents that could re...

Page 2: ...rated business and we aim to provide you with the best possible customer service available Here at Carolina Attachments we have a variety of attachments to fit any job you may have whether it be industrial farm related or for your personal home All of our items can be customized to fit your specific needs upon request Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have Model ________...

Page 3: ...d Warranty 20 Orientation Serial Number Plateis Located onTop of Mounting Plate Importance of Safety Accidents can be very costly to human life and property As the operator is the 1 safety device on all types of vehicles or equipment it is important that the operator read learn and know all safety recommendations for this product The user is responsible to his family friends and co workers to oper...

Page 4: ...etc Contacting these objects with the implement or prime mover could cause a loss of control or damage to the implement Before each operation of this implement check all hardware bolts nuts pins cotter pins etc for their proper location and tightness Stop the engine on the skid steer and set the brake to avoid the implement rolling forward or backwards while you are exiting the prime mover Store t...

Page 5: ...n to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Always refer to the polarity symbols printed on the top of the battery Refer to the markings on the battery to determine the location of the negative cable If the battery cables are to be removed from the battery always remove the negative cable first and reinstall the negative cable last DO NOT smoke aroun...

Page 6: ...m the front of the attaching plate on the attachment and that the mounting plate is free from dirt and debris When clear move the skid steer to proximity of attachment plate Tilt skid steer coupler forward to align coupling point with the upper part on the attachment plate and raise the coupler slightly ConnectingCouplerto Attachment When the top edge of the coupler is seated in the top part of th...

Page 7: ...tter has rotated 90 2 Rotate the cutter head back to the straight ahead position 3 Rotate the Cutter Tilt using the electric control switch until the cutter hits the stop 4 Tilt cutter head in the opposite direction until it hits its stop 5 Return cutter head to the level position and the cutter boom to the straightforward position Allow the cutter to run for 30 seconds to purge the air from the s...

Page 8: ...your skid steer manual or call your local skid steer dealer for additional help if necessary Your skid steer dealer can measure the flow available on your machine and recommend a throttle setting that is compatible with this attachment To begin with learn what the cutter head looks like in a level cutting position when you are seated in the skid steer Knowing what a level cutter head looks like wil...

Page 9: ...cylinder on the boom can be moved to level the deck When the cutter is at the 90 position it can be leveled by using the tool cylinder connected to the attachment as well as slight variations in the skid steer tilt cylinders Bank Cutting Swinging Cutter To prevent Serious Injury or Death from pinching keep all persons and objects away from this attachment while it is operating Your swing boom cutt...

Page 10: ...inor or Serious Injury from flying debris 1 Always inspect work area before starting the cutter Locate and mark any utilities steel posts rocks or any other objects that could be damaged or would damage the cutter during operation Never assume the work area is safe and never skip the inspection part before start of operation 2 Operate at a safe slow paced speed that will allow you to watch the area...

Page 11: ...tion Know the capability of your machine and notice the terrain you are working on Raise the skid steer loader arm and tilt the cutter head to the vertical position Swing the boom to the right to access the area to be cut Raise and lower the skid steer s lift to trim back over hanging branches Vertical cutting along access road Maintaining your Attachment Blade Removal Replacement Cutter blades ca...

Page 12: ...mp No 2 lithium or molybdenum disulfide grease into all required areas until you see old grease is being flushed out Investigate the location of any oil leaks and repair After every use clean off any dirt residue with a garden hose and repeat grease application Every Week Check the condition of the blades by raising the cutter attachment off the ground and tilt the attachment back to the 90 position L...

Page 13: ...pped with tracks will provide superior stability compared to a non track unit Hardware Torque Grade 2 lb ft Grade 5 lb ft Grade 8 lb ft 66 8 12 5 16 10 17 20 3 8 20 30 45 45 75 110 160 260 380 7 8 190 400 600 1 580 900 1 3100 inch pounds Higher torques require the use of a torque multiplier All values are dry torques Special Bolt Torques Torque blade holder bolts see item 13 on the next page to a ...

Page 14: ...t Blade Mounting 1 6 x 3 Gr 8 2 Jam Nut 1 6 Hex 2 Bushing Special 2 9 Pin 3 10 Tilt Cylinder 1 11 Swing Cylinder includes pins 1 12 Bumper Swing 1 13 Blade Holder 1 Bolts Blade Holder Mounting 10 x 1 75 Gr 8 6 Washer Nordlock Blade Holder Mounting 6 14 Bolt Special Shear 1 15 Bolts Motor Mounting 20 x 1 5 Gr 8 2 16 Cover Cutter Deck 1 23 Wire Harness Attachment side 1 24 Wire Harness Machine side ...

Page 15: ...ong 1 9 Protective Sleeve 93 2362mm Long 1 Protective Sleeve 75 1905mm Long 1 Protective Sleeve Set 60 1524mm Long 1 2 3 8 1 10 Couplers Flat Face Set 1 11 Hose 72 1829mm Long 1 12 Tee 2 13 Check Valve 1 14 Hose 189 4 8m Long 1 15 Hose 110 2794mm Long 1 16 Hose 8 203mm Long 1 17 Hose 12 305mm Long 1 18 Elbow at hydraulic motor 2 19 Adapter Straight 2 20 Tilt Cylinder 1 21 Hose End 10 22 Restrictor...

Page 16: ... decals before operating CAROLINA ATTACHMENTS LLC 336 474 7309 www carolinaattachments com MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Do not place any part of body or limb under raised loader arms bucket grapple tines or attachments at any time To prevent serious injury or death from pinching Keep all persons and objects clear while any part of this machine is in motion Grease all fittings d...

Page 17: ...s Raise cutter height Blades get dull too quickly Blades have contacted solid objects rocks steel pipes etc Clear cutting area of solid objects before hitting them or raise the cutter height to clear exposed rock surfaces Blades breaking Excessive shock loads Avoid hitting solid objects rock steel pipes large tree stumps etc Hydraulic oil level goes down during operation Leak at valve cutter motor...

Page 18: ...ilt or swing cutter No electrical power to controller or solenoid valves Check in line circuit fuse If blown investigate cause replace Check connections at solenoid valves Check that circuit has a good ground Have local skid steer dealer check the Operator Presence System Hydraulic Flow ...

Page 19: ...Carolina Attachments LLC Page 19 Swing Boom Cutter March 2016 Electrical D C A B 12 Volt Ground from Loader Mounted on loader arm Attachment Valve Connect to bulkhead coupler on loader arm ...

Page 20: ...d outside Carolina Attachments LLC It will be Carolina Attachments LLC judgment to affect its stability or reliability nor which has been misuse negligence or accident beyond the manufacturer recommended machine rated capacity If you have any questions in regards to this limited warranty please contact Carolina Attachments LLC Warranty Claim To submit a warranty claim authorization from Carolina At...